Douluo Planet, Mingdu.
Mingdu First People's Hospital, Obstetrics Department.
A pair of dazed silver eyes stared blankly at the woman holding him.
Was this… reincarnation?
"Little Huang'er, hehe, Mommy's here." The woman smiled gently, reaching out to softly pinch his tiny cheek.
This was her first child. And, if nothing unexpected happened, likely her only one.
"Remember, your name is Gu Zihuang."
"Zi… huang…" The little mouth formed clumsy syllables, making the woman's smile grow even brighter.
Gu Zihuang.
He silently repeated the name in his heart.
Fragments of his past life drifted by like flowing water. He remembered his name, remembered scattered pieces… yet nothing more could be recalled.
The clearest thing was—
Douluo Continent.
He had arrived in that world.A world of martial souls, soul power, and soul beasts.
…
Six years later. Early morning.
Heaven Dou Star, Heaven Dou City.
Inside a luxurious villa that still carried traces of ancient elegance, sunlight poured through the floor-to-ceiling windows, scattering mottled light across the bedroom floor.
On the bed, a boy opened his eyes.
Silver pupils. Clear, noble — like they held a sky full of stars.
His short silver hair was accented by two striking strands: one black, one gold, falling between his brows.
His features were flawless. Not merely cute like other children—he possessed a unique aura.
One of radiant origin.One of dark ending.
Gu Zihuang sat up and stretched lazily.
Six years.
He had fully adapted to this world, mastering its language and knowledge.
When he learned he was in the era of Ultimate Douluo, his feelings were complicated. He didn't know much from his previous life—only vague plotlines and a few key figures.
If he followed the expected path, he would join the military like his parents. With his family's influence and talent, becoming at least a colonel would be easy.
A safe, worry-free life.
But — How could he possibly accept that?
Since he was here, he would become the strongest.
He got out of bed, dressed, and stepped out. A sharp wave of hunger hit him—far stronger than usual. He frowned slightly.
Why am I this hungry today?
"Mom, is breakfast ready? Your little baby is starving."
From the kitchen came a soft, soothing voice:
"Hehe, Huang'er, almost ready. Don't rush~"
That was his mother — Ye Qiuli.
Thirty-five years old. Rank 92 Titled Douluo, titled Star Seal, a Federal Senior Colonel.
To take care of her son, she had stayed home for six full years.
Gu Zihuang sat at the table, waiting.
Soon, Ye Qiuli walked out carrying two plates.
Graceful and ethereal, with delicate skin and bright, expressive eyes. Within each pupil lay a faint star-shaped mark, radiating warmth and gentleness.
"Son, eat."
She placed the dishes down with a smile.
"After breakfast, Mom will take you to awaken your martial soul. Make sure you eat well—it'll help with your energy."
One plate held Earth Dragon tendons, the other Green Wind Eagle meat—both from 500-year soul beasts. Extremely precious.
"Okay."
Gu Zihuang picked up his chopsticks and began eating.
But after swallowing the first bite, the hunger didn't ease—
It intensified.
He sped up.
Devouring everything.
By the time Ye Qiuli returned with additional nutritional food, she froze in shock.
The two plates were nearly empty.
"Huang'er… you…"
Gu Zihuang looked up at her with watery, sparkling eyes, pitifully:
"Mom… I'm still hungry. I'm only about sixty percent full."
Acting cute.A skill he had mastered. Especially effective against his mother.
Flustered, Ye Qiuli quickly set the food in front of him.
"Then eat this first. I'll cook some curved-tail shrimp. And… finish the rest of the meat too."
Seeing the pieces he had deliberately left for her, her heart softened.
Such a good child.
"Mm!" he nodded obediently.
She couldn't resist patting his head.
Too cute… and so handsome. As expected of my son!
But as she returned to the kitchen, a trace of worry surfaced.
Why is he eating so much today? Is something wrong? I should check his condition later…
…
Gu Zihuang watched her leave, then stopped chewing.
The innocent look in his eyes faded, replaced by calm maturity.
Only in front of his mother did he act like that.
A year ago, he had already begun showing a composed demeanor in front of his father.
After finishing most of the shrimp, the intense hunger finally subsided.
Much better.
…
After breakfast, Ye Qiuli led him into a room filled with advanced technology.
Silver walls. Simulation pods. Testing equipment.
"Huang'er, let's check your condition first."
"Okay."
He lay down in the testing pod.
A suction device attached to his chest. A slight tightening sensation—then normal again.
Data streamed across the screen.
At first, Ye Qiuli remained calm.
Then — Her expression changed.
Soul Power Fluctuation: Above innate full level, still rising…Current estimate: Level 12–15 (unmeasurable precisely)
She inhaled sharply.
Six years old.Not even awakened yet—
And already showing soul power fluctuations?
Only one explanation:
His soul power had already reached its limit before awakening.
Once awakened…
He would likely have innate full soul power.
Or even beyond.
…
The pod opened.
Gu Zihuang sat up, feeling a warm current flowing through his body.
"Mom, how is it?"
She had already regained her composure.
"Everything is normal. And developing very well."
She gently patted his head.
"Let's go. Time to awaken your martial soul at the Spirit Pagoda."
"Okay."
…
As they stepped into the living room, both froze.
A man stood there.
Tall. Handsome. Sharp features. Wearing a pristine white-blue military uniform.
On his shoulders — One star each side.
A Major General.
Gu Zihuang's father — Gu Yihui.
Thirty-four years old. Rank 97 Titled Douluo. Federal Major General. A military prodigy.
Ye Qiuli rushed forward, throwing herself into his arms.
He embraced her, gently stroking her hair.
"I took a day off. I'll stay with you today. I leave tomorrow."
Not a word about his son.
Clearly… he wanted time alone with his wife.
Gu Zihuang twitched his lips slightly.
As expected. I'm the extra one.
But still — He was happy.
…
Soon, the family of three set off.
In the car, Gu Yihui glanced at his silent son.
"Nervous about your martial soul?"
"No need. You'll likely awaken our family's inherited martial soul—the Void Chain. Or your mother's Sealing Eyes. Both are top-tier."
Gu Zihuang looked up, silver eyes gleaming faintly.
"Dad… I feel like today will bring a surprise."
"Oh?" Gu Yihui smiled. "That confident?"
Gu Zihuang didn't answer.
He simply looked out the window.
A strange intuition stirred within him.
Today — Would be the turning point of his fate.
The hunger.The warmth inside his body.
They were all signs.
…
The soul-guided car sped through bustling streets.
In the distance, a towering structure pierced the clouds — The Spirit Pagoda.
With its octagonal base and massive structure, narrowing every twenty floors, its peak vanished into the mist.
Even in the skyline of Heaven Dou City — It stood unmatched.